You are on page 1of 74
Table of Contents Introduction PLCs Number Systems. Terminology Basie Requirements $7-200 Micro PLCs Programming a PLC. Discrete Inputs/Outputs .... Analog Inputs and Outputs Timers Counters High-Speed Instructions Specialized Expansion Modules Review Answers. Final Exam 12 18 20 33 41 48 51 58 61 65 72 74 Introduction Welcome to another course in the STEP series, Siemens Technical Education Program, designed to prepare our distributors to sell Siemens Industry, Inc. products more effectively. This course covers Basies of PLCs and related products Upon completion of Basics of PLCs you should be able to: * Identify the major components of a PLC and describe their functions * Convert numbers from decimal to binary, BCD, and hexadecimal Identify typical discrete and analog inputs and outputs Identify key differences of the various $7-200 models Identify the types of expansion modules available for $7-200 PLCs ° Describe the types or programming available for $7-200 PLCs * Describe the operation of commonly used program functions such as timers and counters * Identify the proper manual to refer to for programming or installation of an S7-200 PLC This knowledge will help you better understand customer applications. In addition, you will be better able to describe products to customers and determine important differencé between products. You should complete Basics of Electricity before attempting Basics of PLCs. An understanding of many of the concepts covered in Basies of Electricity is required for this course. After you have completed this course, if you wish to determine how well you have retained the information covered, you can complete a final exam online as described later in this course. If you pass the exam, you will be given the opportunity to print a certificate of completion Siemens is a trademark of Siemens AG. Product names mentioned may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Specifications subject to change without notice. Basic PLC Operation PLCs A programmable logic controller (PLC), also referred to as. a programmable controller, is the name given to a type of computer commonly used in commercial and industrial control applications. PLCs differ from office computers in the types of tasks that they perform and the hardware and software they require to perform these tasks. While the specific applications vary widely, all PLCs monitor inputs and other variable values, make decisions based on a stored program, and control outputs to automate a process or machine. This course is meant to supply you with basic information on the functions and configurations of PLCs with emphasis on the $7-200 PLC family Motor S- we Indicator Light ‘The basic elements of a PLC include input modules or points, a central processing unit (CPU), output modules or points, and a programming device, The type of input modules or points used by a PLC depends upon the types of input devices used. Some input modules or points respond to digital inputs, also called discrete inputs, which are either on or off. Other modules or inputs respond to analog signals. These analog signals represent machine or process conditions as a range of voltage or current values, The primary function of a PLC's input circuitry is to convert the signals provided by these various switches and sensors into logic signals that can be used by the cPU. The CPU evaluates the status of inputs, outputs, and other variables as it executes a stored program. The CPU then sends signals to update the status of outputs. Output modules convert control signals from the CPU into digital or analog values that can be used to control various output devices, ‘The programming device is used to enter or change the PLC's program or to monitor or change stored values, Once entered, the program and associated variables are stored in the CPU In addition to these basic elements, a PLC system may also incorporate an operator interface device to simplify monitoring of the machine or process. inp antral Processing Unit ouput Noss =P] (CPU) fame] Module / \ |Programming| Operator Device Interface In the simple example shown below, pushbuttons (sensors) connected to PLC inputs are used to start and stop a motor connected to a PLC output through a motor starter (actuator) No programming device or operator interface are shown in this simple example, Motor Stator a), (on

You might also like